Dana Gentry
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Dalton,GA
Summary
I am a passionate paraprofessional of 14 years, with a love for children of all ages, who is seeking a change. After working the last several years in finance and customer service part time, I am ready to expand my knowledge and skills in a office and clerical setting.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Coodinator/Manager
The Eleton Room
08.2023 - Current
- Maintain website and social media accounts.
- Book events
- Host events
- Keep record of profits and expenditures.
- Assist customers in booking their event. Filling out their contract, taking their deposit and helping them to prepare for their upcoming event.
- Making sure event space is prepared and ready for each event, whether it be a wedding, reception, reunion, shower or birthday party.
- Make deposits.
- Answer and return phone calls.
- Oversee the grounds and make sure things are kept tidy.
Bookkeeper
King Self Storage
10.2020 - Current
- Review and file financial documents, enter new tenants contracts into Webseltstorage, and posted daily receipts
- Process payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Analyze financial data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement or cost savings opportunities.
- Develope monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Send monthly invoices to tenants
- Pull running records for each month's revenue.
- Make weekly bank deposits.
- Notify tenants who have have become delinquent on their bill.
- Update pricing date sheet at beginning of each month.
- Handle day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Use knowledge of local laws to comply with reporting requirements.
- Generate invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Answer and return phone calls
- Rent new units.
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Whitfield County Schools
08.2014 - Current
- Assist with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Plan reading and math groups to meet each students academic needs.
- Help teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Monitor students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
- Make copies for daily work.
- Lead whole group instruction when teacher was absent.
- Clean, organize and restock classroom making sure it is kept clean and full of needed supplies.
- Provide one-on-one instruction for struggling students, improving their overall performance in the classroom.
- Support lead teacher in managing classroom activities for optimal student engagement and growth.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Assist students with special needs, providing extra support and ensuring their academic success.
- Implement positive reinforcement strategies to promote good behavior and foster a supportive learning atmosphere.
Media Clerk
Whitfield County Schools
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills in maintaining an orderly, easily accessible collection of books.
- Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Enhanced media library efficiency by streamlining cataloging and classification processes.
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill staff and students requests.
- Supported school-wide events such as book fairs, author visits, or film screenings by actively contributing to planning efforts and assisting with event logistics.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Answered questions from staff and students and helped to find desired materials.
Autism Resource Room-Special Ed Pararprofessional
Whitfield County Schools
09.2008 - 05.2011
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Dalton State College
Dalton, GAHigh School Diploma -
Southeast Whitfield High School
Dalton, GA05.2005
Skills
- Cost Control
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Expense Tracking
- Marketing
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Documentation And Reporting
- Professional Demeanor
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Customer Service
- Reliability
- Computer Skills
- MS Office
Timeline
Event Coodinator/Manager
The Eleton Room
08.2023 - Current
Bookkeeper
King Self Storage
10.2020 - Current
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Whitfield County Schools
08.2014 - Current
Media Clerk
Whitfield County Schools
08.2013 - 05.2014
Autism Resource Room-Special Ed Pararprofessional
Whitfield County Schools
09.2008 - 05.2011
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Dalton State College
High School Diploma -
Southeast Whitfield High School